A Gangster Comedy Headed for Chuseok Showdown
Korean moviegoers are getting a fresh twist on mobster mayhem this Chuseok — with ‘The Boss’, a comedy-action film that turns the crime genre upside down. Slated to hit theaters on October 3, it stars Jo Woojin, Jung Kyungho, Park Ji Hwan, and Lee Kyuhyung as gang members in a fierce battle to not become the next boss.
Wait… They’re Fighting to Avoid Power?
Yep, you read that right. In a hilarious reversal, the film follows a gang where leadership isn’t a privilege—it’s a burden. When veteran boss Lee Sunmin declares, “One of you will lead next,” the group spirals into chaos—except, hilariously, not a single one of them wants the job.
Meet the Reluctant Candidates
- Suntae (Jo Woojin) – The culinary-savvy No. 2 man wants to ditch the gang life and become a national food sensation. “I want to charm the whole country with my cooking,” he vows.
- Gangpyo (Jung Kyungho) – The tango-obsessed tough guy claims, “Dance chose me,” making it clear he’d rather tango than take over.
- Pano (Park Ji Hwan) – The only member desperate for the job… only to be spectacularly rejected by everyone, including the plot.
Spy vs. Style
Just when things couldn’t get weirder, in comes Detective Taegyu (Lee Kyuhyung), a police officer undercover in the gang’s elite “Chic faction.” Armed with hidden cameras and questionable competence, his covert mission adds another comedic layer. “My intel checks out,” he insists, despite looking like a budget spy in a discount suit.
More Anti-Leader, Less Godfather
The new character trailer sets the tone: flashy action, exaggerated personalities, and a premise so absurd it feels fresh. Instead of a turf war, it’s a game of hot potato with the throne—where losing means winning and winning means… an HR nightmare.
Will Anyone Take the Throne?
As the trailer closes with one desperate cry—“So, who’s the next boss?”—viewers are promised a story packed with laughs, loyalties, and one very unwanted promotion. With its perfect mix of slapstick, action, and heart, ‘The Boss’ could be this Chuseok’s surprise favorite.
Release Date & What to Expect
‘The Boss’ premieres in South Korea on October 3, just in time for cozy holiday cinema bonding. Expect chaotic gangland comedy, food-obsessed delinquents, dance-driven dreams, and a leadership struggle nobody asked for—but everyone will laugh at.
